Jul 14 2026

Soups Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Minestrone or Tortellini En Brodo

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Ingredients

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Minestrone

Method

Minestrone

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Zucchini

    Stir in the minced garlic and diced zucchini, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Combine Broth and Seasonings

    Add the chopped green beans, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable broth, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Cook the Pasta

    Stir in the pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender.

  5. 5

    Finish with Herbs and Cheese

    Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Tortellini En Brodo

  1. 6

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

  2. 7

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 8

    Prepare the Broth

    Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a boil.

  4. 9

    Cook the Tortellini

    Once boiling, add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes.

  5. 10

    Season and Serve

    Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper before serving.

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